Associate, Financial Crime Compliance

Ankura; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global advisory firm in Dubai is seeking a candidate to manage forensic investigations and compliance assessments. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, along with ICAEW qualification and experience from a big four/mid-tier firm. Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical, research, and communication skills. This position offers opportunities for career progression and development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Career development programs

Mentorship from industry experts

E-learning platform access

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is mandatory.
• ICAEW qualification is essential.
• Experience in big 4/mid-tier forensic firms is required.
• Understanding of AML and Counter Fraud laws is crucial.
• Proven track record in international investigations is needed.
• Certification in fraud examination is preferred.
• Strong skills in data analysis and Excel are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of forensic investigations and assessments.
• Design and deliver client proposals and presentations.
• Prepare engagement work plans and documentation.
• Work with clients and legal advisors in sensitive situations.
• Lead and manage assignment teams with experts.
• Monitor and manage risks throughout engagements.
• Communicate with clients and maintain satisfaction.

Skills

Strong report writing

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Research skills

Adaptability

Action orientation

Inquisitive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics

ICAEW qualified

Job description

Why Join Ankura

• Be part of a growing team with a unique opportunity to help shape the practice as it develops.

• Work within a team of world recognised experts in an established leading global consultancy.

• Work in a collaborative environment which promotes curiosity learning and communication, where our professionals have the freedom to innovate.

• Gain cross discipline exposure and develop a rounded skillset across investigations and compliance.

• Experience frequent client interaction including preparing and presenting results

• Be mentored by some of the best professionals in the industry.

• Experience truly supportive career development with a formal development process, training programs and an internal e-learning platform, Ankura Academy.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day delivery of forensic investigations, fraud risk assessments, forensic accounting assignments, compliance reviews, forensic audits, background searches, asset searches and fund tracing.

• Designing, crafting, and delivering client proposals, presentations and marketing materials.

• Preparing engagement work plans, working papers project documentation, progress reports, draft, and final reports to the highest level of quality.

• Working with clients, their legal advisors, internal and external auditors and regulatory authorise in sometimes sensitive and adversarial situations.

• Support, lead and manage work of assignment team comprised on internal and external experts in close intermittent and distant collaboration modes.

• Monitor and manage risk through the engagement cycle. Adhere to the strictest standards of client and engagement confidentiality.

• Maintain active communication with counsel, clients, and internal team to manage expectations and ensure satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics

• ICAEW qualified

• Work experience gained in a big 4/mid-tier forensic firm

• Understanding of AML, Sanctions, Counter Fraud laws and regulations, and FATF standards

• Proven track record of working on international investigations, compliance risk assessments, forensic audits, disputes support or expert witness

• Certification and ongoing professional education in fraud examination related area

• Ability to research, retrieve, prepare and analyse structured and unstructured information

• Strong report writing, communication and presentation skills

• Microsoft Office advanced skills.

• Adaptable, driven and action orientated approach.

• Open, inquisitive, and critical mind

• Analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and Excel

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Ankura Consulting Group, LLC is an independent global expert services and advisory firm that delivers services and end‑to‑end solutions to help clients at critical inflection points related to conflict, crisis, performance, risk, strategy, and transformation. The Ankura team consists of more than 2000 professionals serving 3,000+ clients across 55 countries who are leaders in their respective fields and areas of expertise. Collaborative Lateral Thinking That Delivers™, hard‑earned experience, expertise, and multidisciplinary capabilities drive results and Ankura is unrivalled in its ability to assist clients to Protect, Create, and Recover Value™. For more information, please visit, ankura.com.